Big Blue Links for Thursday:
- Jerry Tipton of the Herald-Leader writes that John Calipari rolled out his plans for change during Wednesday’s press conference.
- Tipton reports that Calipari wants Patterson to lead.
- My column in which I say that the job is not big enough for Calipari.
- Jack Brammer of the H-L reports on Calipari being guest of honor at the capitol.
- Chuck Carlton of the Dallas Morning News picks up on the UK talk of adding Texas to the schedule. (Hat tip to Spam’s Wildcat Page.)
- Brett Dawson of the Courier-Journal writes that Calipari wants big games in Louisville.
- Larry Vaught of the Danville Advocate-Messenger reports that Calipari doesn’t expect eligibility issues.
- Vaught also writes that Calipari thinks Meeks should stay in draft if a first-round pick.
- Jody Demling of the C-J points out that Brandon Knight now tops the new Rivals 150.
- Inner Circle says Calipari isn’t going to stand for mediocrity.
- Bluegrass State Basketball looks at Midnight Madness at Commonwealth Stadium.
- At Bleacher Report, Matt King writes, “Bring on the hate.”
- Cat Scratches can’t get enough of Cal.


Coach Cal, who’s your pick for the Preakness? Help me with my trifeca ticket! LOL
Charlie, in Shelbyville, Ky.